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symbolic language

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noun

  1. a specialized language dependent upon the use of symbols for communication and created for the purpose of achieving greater exactitude, as in symbolic logic or mathematics.


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This project delves into the autonomous region of Gagauzia, capturing its vibrant culture through traditional weaving and its symbolic language.

From BBC Jun. 19, 2024

In much of his work, he has proved adept at using simple, symbolic language, often borrowed from sports or advertising, to punchy, powerful effect.

From Washington Post Jan. 17, 2023

This symbolic language is what has become modern logic.

From Textbooks Jun. 15, 2022

Although Mr. Sparling’s work sticks to Graham’s symbolic language, Dr. Franko’s book makes clear that in analysis and in “Voyage,” she was struggling with the breakup of her marriage to the choreographer Erick Hawkins.

From New York Times Sep. 18, 2014

So accustomed was he to misunderstanding, that when strangers tried to draw him out he seems purposely to have indulged in exaggeration and symbolic language to baffle and mystify them.

From William Blake A Study of His Life and Art Work by Langridge, Irene

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